... political affliction, religion or (depending on the physical requirements of the office) disability. Preparation for becoming a magistrate involves induction evenings, training days and visits to prisons and young offenders institutions. It may take two years to be vetted, approved, trained and sworn in but to become the chair, they will need at least five years experience. On appointment, magistrates are required to swear, or affirm, that they : 'Will be faithful and bear true allegiance to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second, her heirs and successors, according to law.' And that they 'will well and truly serve our Sovereign Lady Queen Elizabeth the Second in the office of Justice of the Peace, and will do right to all manner of people after the laws and usages of this realm without fear or favour, affection or ill will. There are five key qualities that are looked for in those applying to ...

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